Tony Pulis can lead Stoke City into Europe
Posted by Cathal Breathnach on October 26, 2009 | 5 Comments
If I had said that three years ago, you probably would have laughed at me, however, I am sure many of you now agree with me.
There is certainly no second season syndrome at the Britannia stadium. Saturday’s victory over Tottenham leaves Stoke City in a healthy 9th place in the Premier League, just three points off a Europa League spot.
It may be early days, but you must admit, at the rate they’re going, Tony Pulis can definitely lead Stoke into Europe.
Just like last season, Stoke’s home form has been outstanding this time around. They have beaten the likes of West Ham and Sunderland at home and despite being comfortably beaten by Manchester United, they were unlucky not to get anything from their game against Chelsea.
Bar a 4-0 hammering against Liverpool, Stoke’s haven’t been beaten on the road this season. Draws away to Everton, Bolton and Birmingham as well as the 1-0 victory on Saturday at White Hart Lane has seen Stoke earn six points away from home this season, which is over half the amount of points they won away from the Britannia last season.
Stoke are currently a 12/1 shot on Betfair to finish in the top six this season and in my opinion, that represents a bit of value.
What do you think? Can Stoke really make it into Europe this season? Comments below please.
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October 26th, 2009 @ 8:14 PM
I think the best position for Stoke at the end of the season in the Premier League would be to miss the last European slot by one place. I say this as a Stoke supporter as the most important thing for Stoke is to remain in the Premier League and Europe puts a great deal of extra strain on the squad due to numerous extra games. Look how Everton and Fulham are struggling at present – relative to last year. Once Stoke are established with an even stronger squad – perhaps in a couple of seasons, then would be the time to aim for Europe.
October 26th, 2009 @ 10:46 PM
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October 27th, 2009 @ 8:07 AM
You got to be joking. With Tottenham , Man City and Aston Villa nearby Stoke City to be in top 6 ? Even Wigan nad Fulham have better chances than Stoke …
October 27th, 2009 @ 6:45 PM
we beat spurs 2 from three and took 4 points off villa last season varna. you no beeter than us in fact WERE BETTER THAN YOU
October 28th, 2009 @ 12:12 PM
yeh i think stoke cld do europe…wld take a good effort though if course